Motoring

You should make sure to turn off your fog lights even when you are parked.

Drivers warned they could be fined £50 by using 1 car feature unnecessarily

There are ways you can remove all of the ice from car windows before setting off.

There are ways you can remove all of the ice from car windows before setting off.

Drivers face fine of up to £1,000 if they don't do this 1 thing in winter

Check which Vauxhall models are affected by the Takata airbag recall, how the stop-drive advice works and how to book a free repair.

Check which Vauxhall models are affected by the Takata airbag recall, how the stop-drive advice works and how to book a free repair.

Thousands of Vauxhall owners warned 'stop driving' over safety issue

Drivers are urged to check supermarket parking signs after a warning that some car parks charge for parking outside opening hours.

Drivers are urged to check supermarket parking signs after a warning that some car parks charge for parking outside opening hours.

Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Lidl and more risking £100 parking fines

The work has caused flooding on the road and pavement because drainage inlets have become blocked.

The work has caused flooding on the road and pavement because drainage inlets have become blocked.

Local government

Resurfacing work to be corrected after blocked drains cause flooding

The DVSA says a valid MOT is not a guarantee of year-round roadworthiness and urges drivers to check their vehicles between tests.

The DVSA says a valid MOT is not a guarantee of year-round roadworthiness and urges drivers to check their vehicles between tests.

DVSA issues MOT warning as motorists urged to carry out vital vehicle check

British options include the Aston Martin DB11, McLaren 720s, Ariel Atom, and Lotus Evora 400

British options include the Aston Martin DB11, McLaren 720s, Ariel Atom, and Lotus Evora 400

Oulton Park's new £79 driver experiences starring UK, US, and Japanese muscle cars

Chester MP welcomes PM's proposals to stop 'rip-off' private parking providers

Cheshire Police says that a car meet is being planned at Junction Nine Retail Park in Warrington

Cheshire Police says that a car meet is being planned at Junction Nine Retail Park in Warrington

Stern police warning over reports of planned car meet at Cheshire town retail park

RAC survey reveals one in 10 UK drivers have driven illegally by skipping MOT tests or delaying tyre replacements as repair bills and fuel costs surge.

RAC survey reveals one in 10 UK drivers have driven illegally by skipping MOT tests or delaying tyre replacements as repair bills and fuel costs surge.

DVSA MOT warning as average £700 car repair bills push drivers to break the law

Auction4Cars.com is coming to Sealand Road in Chester.

Auction4Cars.com is coming to Sealand Road in Chester.

Chester becomes home to second North West car auction site with Sealand Road home

Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.

Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.

Do speed cameras have to be visible? When you can challenge a speeding fine

The motorist sparked debate across the r/drivingUK community on Reddit after using an empty lane before a road closure.

The motorist sparked debate across the r/drivingUK community on Reddit after using an empty lane before a road closure.

Driver who followed Highway Code felt like they 'cheated the world' as debate rages

A Motorpoint could be coming to Chester.

A Motorpoint could be coming to Chester.

Chester's Sealand Road could be home to car dealers Motorpoint, according to plans

The entrance to Zone 3 at Deeside Industrial Park

The entrance to Zone 3 at Deeside Industrial Park

Most industrial estate roads to return to 30mph next month

The cheapest petrol and diesel prices in Chester this week

Have you ever been confused by a road sign?

Have you ever been confused by a road sign?

Drivers left baffled by motorway sign as experts explain what it means

Shoppers at Tesco, Asda, Morrisions & more warned of £100 fine over little-known rule

Have you parked under a tree before?

Have you parked under a tree before?

Drivers warned simple parking mistake could leave them with £1,200 repair bill

Drivers with medical conditions can now report them online thanks to a new service launched by the DVLA

Drivers with medical conditions can now report them online thanks to a new service launched by the DVLA

DVLA confirms new change for all UK drivers with medical conditions

DVSA confirms MOT rule change to tackle fraudulent MOT certificates

An electric charger.

An electric charger.

Chester saw highest increase in registered electric vehicles since 2022

The A534 near Farndon.

The A534 near Farndon.

Local government

Speed limit dropping on busy road near Wrexham-Cheshire border

Local government

Residents asked to share views on adding ANPR to highway hotspots

The Highway Code has caused some concern among motorists and pedestrians on Reddit

The Highway Code has caused some concern among motorists and pedestrians on Reddit

Highway Code rule dividing drivers and pedestrians that experts say must be 'clearer'

The Chademo plug socket has been ditched in favour of the CCS charging system everyone else uses

The Chademo plug socket has been ditched in favour of the CCS charging system everyone else uses

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Chester Nissan dealer Lookers delivers the Leaf brief

People claiming certain DWP benefits can automatically qualify for a Blue Badge. Here's the full list, plus who may still be eligible and how to apply.

People claiming certain DWP benefits can automatically qualify for a Blue Badge. Here's the full list, plus who may still be eligible and how to apply.

Claim these DWP benefits? You could automatically qualify for a Blue Badge

EV charging could be coming to Broughton Shopping Park

EV charging could be coming to Broughton Shopping Park

EV charging hub and new signage proposed at Broughton Shopping Park

Drivers have been warned that they can be fined for middle lane hogging in the UK

Drivers have been warned that they can be fined for middle lane hogging in the UK

Common driving mistake 94 per cent of motorists don't know can lead to fines

Cheshire named among top spots for summer staycation

Officers identified several illegal vehicles being used in Ellesmere Port.

Officers identified several illegal vehicles being used in Ellesmere Port.

Police seize more than 20 illegal vehicles during operation in Ellesmere Port

Drivers are being warned to not forgot key dates.

Drivers are being warned to not forgot key dates.

Urgent warning to UK drivers as missed deadlines could leave you with hefty fines

The council is warning residents of a new scam targeting drivers with threats of licence suspension and court action for parking fines.

The council is warning residents of a new scam targeting drivers with threats of licence suspension and court action for parking fines.

Residents warned to ignore and delete parking fine scam text messages

Parking fines can cost drivers up to £300.

Parking fines can cost drivers up to £300.

Parking tickets that 'can go straight in the bin' or be disputed saving up to £300

Big Motoring World is now open in Warrington

Big Motoring World is now open in Warrington

Largest car supermarket in the North West now open in Cheshire town

The planned works will see the bridge replaced in two halves

The planned works will see the bridge replaced in two halves

WATCH: Animation shows major works on Wirral motorway bridge due to start this summer

Drivers warned of £4,700 fines if they ignore these little-known rules

Carol Hetherington in her car in Parkgate.

Carol Hetherington in her car in Parkgate.

Online training as instructor on offer with Chester and Wirral driving school

A little-known rule could see UK drivers collect speeding tickets, even if they aren’t breaking the speed limit.

A little-known rule could see UK drivers collect speeding tickets, even if they aren’t breaking the speed limit.

Drivers warned little-known rule could land them unexpected speeding fines

The A548 has seen a steep rise in delays.

The A548 has seen a steep rise in delays.

New data reveals congestion hotspots across Cheshire's A-roads

CEO Stefan heading out on his bike.

CEO Stefan heading out on his bike.

Local government

Parking enforcement patrols using bikes to boost coverage and cut emissions

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Kia EV2: Two's company

Drivers are being told to check their bank statements for a new payment labelled 'Barclays Fuel CB' and it could mean money back on fuel.

Drivers are being told to check their bank statements for a new payment labelled 'Barclays Fuel CB' and it could mean money back on fuel.

Tesco and Barclays customers urged to check bank statements for new cashback payment

File photo of a fuel pump.

File photo of a fuel pump.

Petrol prices - the cheapest litres in Chester and Ellesmere Port

These are the key driving licence changes that must be reported to the DVLA

These are the key driving licence changes that must be reported to the DVLA

Drivers warned they face £1,000 DVLA fines and penalty points if they do not act

Justin Madders MP recently saw electric vehicles in use at Royal Mail's Ellesmere Port delivery office.

Justin Madders MP recently saw electric vehicles in use at Royal Mail's Ellesmere Port delivery office.

'Great news for Ellesmere Port': MP welcomes £1bn electric van package

Petrol prices remain high across the UK.

Petrol prices remain high across the UK.

The cheapest places to fill up across Chester and Ellesmere Port

Drivers warned they face £100 fines when driving on motorways due to common mistake

Laura Mills (left) known as MotoWaifu, and Saffron Sheriff (Saffy Sprocket), became friends after a difficult period for both women.

Laura Mills (left) known as MotoWaifu, and Saffron Sheriff (Saffy Sprocket), became friends after a difficult period for both women.

How a shared garage helped Chester-based Saffy Sprocket overcome serious injury

Cllr MacGlashan rings the bell on Bus No. 1 to start BusFest 2026

Cllr MacGlashan rings the bell on Bus No. 1 to start BusFest 2026

Crowds flock to Chester BusFest as £2,500 raised for causes

Oil price tumbles following ceasefire but drivers are eager to see cheaper fuel

Oil price tumbles following ceasefire but drivers are eager to see cheaper fuel

Oil price tumbles following ceasefire but when will drivers see cheaper fuel?

Officers from Cheshire, West Mercia, and Stafford Police were involved.

Officers from Cheshire, West Mercia, and Stafford Police were involved.

Cross-border police operation targets motorcycle safety

DVLA £1,000 warning to million drivers who passed their test before 2017

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert speaking to an audience

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert speaking to an audience

Millions owed £829 each in car finance scandal - Martin Lewis explains what to do now